Mike Scifres
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Mike Scifres | |
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Date of birth | October 8, 1980 (age 26) |
Place of birth | Metairie, Louisiana |
Position(s) | Punter |
College | Western Illinois |
NFL Draft | 2003 / Round 5/ Pick 149 |
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2003-present | San Diego Chargers |
Mike Scifres (born October 8, 1980 in Metairie, Louisiana) is a punter for the San Diego Chargers. He was selected with the 14th pick of the fifth round of the 2003 NFL Draft out of Western Illinois University. He has twice been an alternate for the Pro Bowl. He is also the highest paid punter in the NFL.
[edit] High School Years
Scifres attended Destrehan High School in Destrehan, Louisiana, and lettered in football, soccer, and baseball. In football, he won All-District honors.